public works week

SWITCHBOARD w/ Evan Robins: News Recap May 16th-21st

Evan Robins, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter01 mins

This week LJI Broadcast Journalist Evan Robins recaps two big stories of the week, the first concerning the (re-)opening of a contentious local park, and the second a rare opportunity to get acquainted with public works vehicles. SWITCHBOARD is a live news recap and interview programme hosted by Evan Robins, Trent Radio’s full-time broadcast journalist…

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Peterborough invites the public to “Touch a Truck” for Public Works Week

Evan Robins, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter01 mins

On the morning of May 20th, the City of Peterborough invited the public to Nichols Oval Park to celebrate National Public Works Week. The event featured programming designed to recognize the contributions of local public works employees, including tree climbing demonstrations, a guided tree walk, giveaways, and “Touch a Truck,” at which the public were…

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